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Go past the stereotypes and delve into what it's really like to navigate life as an Enneagram Type 5. Join Cody Harris (5w6) and Josiah Goff (5w4), as well as a community of other Fives, as we explore a different aspect of life as a Five in each episode. If you're a Five who wants to better understand yourself, or you have a Five in your life that you want to get closer to, then this podcast is for you.
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What's your attachment style as a Type 5? In this season finale episode, Sam E. Greenberg joins us again to walk us through Attachment Theory and what we can learn about being a Five by studying the different Attachment Styles. If the Enneagram has helped you as a Five and you're curious about another framework you can use to better understand your…
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What keeps Type 5s from connecting? In this episode, we delve into Josiah's experience of identifying and dismantling the things that were holding him back from connecting with others, and why connection is so important for Fives. If you've ever found it difficult to connect with others as a Five, then this episode is for you. Want to know what oth…
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Are you on the spectrum or are you a Type 5? In this episode, we join Sam E. Greenberg to explore the overlap of traits between being a Five and being on the autism spectrum. We also talk through Cody's experience of being diagnosed with Asperger's and how that shows up for him as a Five. If you've ever wondered about the difference between being a…
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How do Type 5's feel about commitment? In this episode we share how we've handled various types of commitment as Fives and how we might approach commitment in a way that doesn't burn us out. If you've ever struggled with commitment as a Five, this episode is for you. Want to know what other Fives are saying about this episode? Visit enneagramfive.c…
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How do Type 5s feel about incompetance? In this episode, we delve into why we get so triggered when people around us are incompatent, why Fives have a fear of incompetance, and what steps we can take to start overcoming this fear. If feeling incompatent has ever held you back as a Five, then this episode is definitely for you. Want to know what oth…
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How do Type 5s handle being part of a family? In this episode, we delve into what family life was like growing up as Fives, how useful the internal family systems framework is, and what we want our own family dynamics to be. And we talk about Josiah's hair for like 20 full minutes for some reason. Want to know what other Fives are saying about this…
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What do Type 5s think about therapy? In this episode, we sit down with Liz Landry, friend of the show and licensed therapist, to talk through what to expect from therapy as a Five, what has held us back from going to therapy in the past, and how to find a therapist that works for you. If you've ever considered therapy as a Five but have been on the…
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What are Type 5s like when they're high? Maybe that's a question you've never asked, but this is our most requested episode. And it's a bunch of nonsense, so you're welcome :-) Want to know what other Fives are saying about this episode? Visit enneagramfive.com/32 to join the conversation! Send us a text ⭐ Join the Enneagram Five Community ⭐ ✅ Get …
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How do Type 5s deal with feeling down? In this episode, we dive into what it feels like to be depressed as a Five, various triggers that cause us to feel down, and some techniques we've used to climb back out of the abyss. If you've ever struggled with depression as a Five, then this episode is for you. Want to know what other Fives are saying abou…
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What are the nine levels of health for a Type 5? In this episode, we join once again with our good friend Sam E. Greenberg, PhD (a.k.a the Enneagram Sexpert) to deep dive on the levels of health and what they mean for Fives. If you've ever wondered why one moment you feel like a sage and the next moment like a schizoid, then this episode is for you…
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What do Type 5's think of conspiracy theories? In this episode, we dig into Josiah's philosophy of conspiracy theories and why they're so important for Fives (and everyone, according to him). So grab your tin foil hat and join us as we see how far down the rabbit hole goes. Note: For more info on this topic, check out Wendigoon's Conspiracy Theory …
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How do Fives feel about Politics? To kick off Season 4, we unleash our inner anarchists and share our own political journeys, as we resist the urge to burn the system down and instead focus on building something new. If you have political opinions but never share them because you feel like it's pointless, then this episode is for you. Note: For a d…
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Why are some Type 5's so different from others? In this season finale episode, we bring back Sam Greenberg, aka the Enneagram Sexpert, to deep dive on the Social, Sexual, and Self-Preservation subtypes of Type 5 and how instinctual stacking works. You also get to listen in as we attempt to figure out our own subtype stackings in real time. If you'r…
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How do Type 5's deal with uncertainty? In this episode, we talk about how we handle uncertain times as fives and what we can do to thrive rather than spiral. Want to know what other Fives are saying about this episode? Visit enneagramfive.com/26 to join the conversation! Send us a text ⭐ Join the Enneagram Five Community ⭐ ✅ Get early access to new…
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Want to know what life is like as a female Type 5? In this episode, we interview 3 female Fives from our community about their unique experiences, what motherhood is like as a Five, and what advice they would give to other female Fives like them. Want to know what other Fives are saying about this episode? Visit enneagramfive.com/25 to join the con…
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Is life meaningless? Does anything matter? In this episode, we unpack why Type 5s tend to embrace nihilism and how we can live with the absurdity of our existence. Yay! Want to know what other Fives are saying about this episode? Visit enneagramfive.com/24 to join the conversation! Send us a text ⭐ Join the Enneagram Five Community ⭐ ✅ Get early ac…
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Ever wonder what those lines are coming out of Type 5 on the Enneagram? In this episode, we share our experiences integrating to 8 and disintegrating to 7, as well as the pros and cons of each. Want to know what other Fives are saying about this episode? Visit enneagramfive.com/23 to join the conversation! Send us a text ⭐ Join the Enneagram Five C…
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Do you feel like you fit in anywhere as a Type 5? In this episode, we delve into what it means to have a community, why it's often so difficult to feel like we belong to any group, and how we've overcome the challenges of fitting in. Want to know what other Fives are saying about this episode? Visit enneagramfive.com/22 to join the conversation! Se…
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How do Type 5's handle grief? In this episode, we bring professional therapist Liz Landry back onto the show to unpack how we grief, why grief should be understood outside the context of death, what to do when people around you are grieving, and whether or not it's weird that death doesn't bother Josiah. This conversation is comprised of segments o…
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What do Type 5's think about death? In this episode we delve into our personal experiences dealing with death and the thought of dying ourselves, and dig into why death bothers some of us more than others. Want to know what other Fives are saying about this episode? Visit enneagramfive.com/20 to join the conversation! Send us a text ⭐ Join the Enne…
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How do Type 5's feel about sex? In this season finale episode, we get real vulnerable with the Enneagram Sexpert, Sam E. Greenberg, to deep dive on: What a Five is like as a sexual partner How Five subtypes and wings differ sexually Navigating sexual relationships with other types How to transcend sexual hangups as a Five Achieving your ecstatic se…
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Why do Type 5's seem so private? In this episode we delve into how we balance the tension between gating what personal details others get access to and being vulnerable with those we feel have earned our trust. And we learn that after a couple of glasses of wine Josiah can't pronounce the word 'anonymity'. Want to know what other Fives are saying a…
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How do Type 5's navigate our education system? In this episode we share our education journeys as Fives and the various challenges of growing up homeschooled vs public schooled. Want to know what other Fives are saying about this episode? Visit enneagramfive.com/17 to join the conversation! Send us a text ⭐ Join the Enneagram Five Community ⭐ ✅ Get…
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Join us as we chat with Cody's brother, Jesse, about science as a career path, growing up as a Five, how we can actually know anything, and how to use curiosity to connect with others. This conversation is comprised of segments originally recorded as a live video stream for our Enneagram Five: After Hours podcast. To view the unedited live stream, …
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Have you ever wondered if you might be a sociopath? In this episode, we chat with Liz Landry, a clinical psychologist, about what it really means to be a sociopath and whether Cody fits the bill. This conversation is comprised of segments originally recorded as a live video stream for our Enneagram Five: After Hours podcast. To view the unedited li…
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Ever wonder what it's like to be in a relationship with a Type 5? In this episode, Cody and Josiah turn the tables and interview their significant others, Madison and Amy, to find out what are the biggest advantages and challenges of being with a Five. Want to know what other Fives are saying about this episode? Visit enneagramfive.com/14 to join t…
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How do we view romantic relationships as Fives? In this episode we delve into our journeys of learning how to navigate personal relationships when we're so apt to push people away. Want to know what other Fives are saying about this episode? Visit enneagramfive.com/13 to join the conversation! Send us a text ⭐ Join the Enneagram Five Community ⭐ ✅ …
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What do Type 5s think about religion and spirituality? In this conversation, we share our stories of growing up in religion, leaving the church, and how we've dealt with life thereafter as Fives. Whether you're religious, spiritual, or none of the above, if you've ever contemplated what it means to engage (or disengage) with faith as Five then you'…
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Can Fives ever be truly happy? In this conversation, we talk about what it means to be happy as a Five and whether that's a state of being that is attainable and sustainable for us. If you've ever questioned your ability to be a happy person, you'll definitely want to listen to this episode. Want to know what other Fives are saying about this episo…
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How do we care for ourselves as Type 5s? In this conversation, we explore the habits and activities we can do to energize us as Fives and maintain a more balanced, healthy life. If you've ever felt burned out as a Five, you'll definitely want to listen to this whole episode. Want to know what other Fives are saying about this episode? Visit enneagr…
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What do UFOs have to do with being a Type 5? In this episode, we explore how we elevate our rational minds as Fives, sometimes to the point where it can prevent us from being open to new paradigms if it means we risk being seen as incompetent. And of course we also have some fun going down the rabbit hole of the UFO phenomenon. Want to know what ot…
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While normally we like to move past the Type 5 stereotypes, in this conversation we change things up a bit and talk about some of our favorite fictional Fives. Join us as we discuss which characters we relate to most as Fives and which ones we don't (some of them might surprise you). Want to know what other Fives are saying about this episode? Visi…
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Is there an ideal career for a Type 5? There are definitely the obvious professions, like scientist, researcher, computer programmer, etc. But, are those the only type of jobs that a Five will actually enjoy? In this conversation, we delve into our career paths and discuss which jobs best suited us as Fives and which ones we couldn’t stand. We also…
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What does being a Type 5 mean when it comes to creativity? In this conversation, we break down our unique creative strengths as Fives, as well as the biggest things that hold us back creatively. Bonus: Cody gives us an exclusive behind the scenes look at his creative process for producing the music for this podcast. Whether you're a naturally creat…
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Wait, aren't all Type 5's cranky hermits? Nope! Not at all. But, as you probably already know, we do tend to crave solitude to different degrees at different times. In this episode, we delve into how we Fives go about making space for solitude in our lives, as well as what can happen when too much solitude leads to isolation. If you're a Five who l…
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What's the best and worst thing about being an Enneagram Type 5 parent? In this conversation we delve into the pros and cons of parenting, what it's like being a Five parent, and if it's worth the effort. And we laugh. A LOT 😆 If you're a Five parent or you've ever wondered what it would be like to have kids as a Five, then you'll definitely want t…
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What is an Enneagram Five stereotype that really annoys you? In this episode we call out many of the Type 5 stereotypes and how we can help people understand that we're more than just a meme. Want to know what other Fives are saying about this episode? Visit enneagramfive.com/3 to join the conversation! Send us a text ⭐ Join the Enneagram Five Comm…
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As a Five, sometimes it feels like the sole purpose of our bodies are to transport our minds from one place to another. One of our favorite things to do is to retreat into our minds, and in this episode we weigh the cost of living in your head against some of the under-appreciated benefits. Want to know what other Fives are saying about this episod…
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One of the biggest stereotypes for Type 5's is that we're emotionless robots, but we know that isn't the reality. In this episode we explore what it's like to handle emotions as a Five, as well as some ways in which we can learn to identify and express them more easily. Want to know what other Fives are saying about this episode? Visit enneagramfiv…
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